XM EDGE User manual

User Guide
XM Plug & Play Radio
Vehicle Kit Included

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................5
Features ............................6
Safety and Care Information ...........7
What’s in the Box? ...................9
Edge Button Functions ...............10
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock .......... 11
Vehicle Installation .............13
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your
Radio ............................14
Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount .16
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount
Antenna......................... 20
Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount
Antenna Cable ................... 26
Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount
Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter ..........................37
Step 6: Connect the Audio........... 38
Subscribe .................... 47
Using Your Edge ...............51
The Main Display ................... 52
Navigation Basics .................. 53
Listening to Satellite Radio .......... 55
FM Presets ........................ 59
Special Features ...............61
Pause & Replay .................... 62
Parental Controls .................. 64
Where Else Can You Use Your
Edge? ...................... 69
Configuring Your Edge ..........71
Radio ID ...........................72
Channel Tuning .....................72
Find Available FM Channels in Your
Area .............................73
Set and Select an FM Channel.........76
Jump Settings ......................79
Set Brightness .....................80
Set Audio Level .....................81
Signal Indicator .................... 82
Auto Shut Off...................... 83
Factory Settings ................... 84
Demo Mode ....................... 87
Using the Vehicle Dock From the
Universal Xpress Car Kit ...........88
Turn FM Transmitter On/Off.......... 89
Troubleshooting................91
Product Specifications ..........97
Patent Information ................. 99
Environmental Information .......... 99
90-Day Limited
Warranty ...................103
If you experience problems with the operation
or performance of your XM product,
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR RETAILER.
Call XM Listener Care at 1-877-438-9677
and speak to one of our service representatives.

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Introduction

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Features
Thank you for purchasing the XM Edge with Vehicle Kit!
XM Edge has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:
• Pause, rewind and replay live satellite radio.
• View artist name, song or program title, and channel information on the
large colour graphic display.
• Listen at home, the office, outdoors or in multiple vehicles with optional
accessory kits — all with just one subscription.
• Hear XM through your existing vehicle radio with easy, do-it-yourself
installation.*
• Browse other channels while listening to the current one.
• Store up to 10 of your favourite channels.
• Lock and unlock channels with mature content using easy-to-use Parental
Control.
• One-Touch Jump™ to traffic and weather for the city of your choice, or back
to your previous channel.
• Includes PowerConnect™ Vehicle Kit.
• Works on the XM network.
Please read through this User Guide before using your Edge!
* Requires an FM radio or Aux In capability. Use the included Aux In Cable if your vehicle
has Aux In capability for best performance.
Introduction
Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your
convenience. It is your responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge,
skills, and physical ability required to properly perform an installation. XM shall
have no liability for damage or injury resulting from the installation or use of any
XM or third party products. It is your responsibility to ensure that all products
are installed in adherence with local laws and regulations and in such a manner
as to allow a vehicle to be operated safely and without distraction. XM product
warranties do not cover the installation, removal or reinstallation of any product.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 60˚C or below
-20˚C, or above 140˚F or below -4˚F).
• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not touch
the device with wet hands.
• Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
• Do not store in dusty areas.
• Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time, and do not
expose to fire, flame, or other heat sources.
• Do not try to disassemble and/or repair device yourself.
• Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact.
• Do not place heavy objects on device.
• Do not subject device to excessive pressure.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid.

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Warning!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area
with a cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.
If the liquid crystal fluid comes into contact with your eyes, flush the eyes
with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical care. If the liquid
crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large
quantities of water, and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.
• Make sure that you insert the PowerConnect™ Power Adapter all the way
into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket.
• If you are using PowerConnect as your audio connection option, it is
advisable not to insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle cigarette
lighter or power adapter socket to simultaneously power other devices.
Some multi-outlet adapters can prevent the PowerConnect feature from
working properly.
• When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the road
and hands on the steering wheel. Not doing so could result in personal injury,
death, and/or damage to your device, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or
other property.
• Vehicle installation, service activation, and Radio configuration functions should
not be performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before
beginning installation.
Your device should be placed in your vehicle where it will not interfere with the
function of safety features, e.g., deployment of airbags. Failure to correctly place
device may result in injury to you or others, if the unit becomes detached during an
accident and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.
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Edge Radio PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Magnetic Mount
Antenna
Antenna & Dash Mount
Alcohol Preparation Pads
PowerConnect Power
Adapter
Aux In Cable
Dash Mount
Vent Mount
and Extended
Vent Clamps
Cable
Routing Adapter
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Edge Button Functions PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Colour-Coded Connections
The colour-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect.
Just match the colours on the cable ends to the colours on the dock to see
what goes where.
ANT (Silver)
Connection for
the Magnetic
Mount Antenna.
AUDIO (Green)
Connection for Aux In
Cable or optional
Cassette Adapter
(sold separately).
Rear View
PWR (Red)
Connection for
PowerConnect
Power Adapter.
FM (Blue)
Connection for
optional FM Direct
Adapter (sold
separately).
AUDIO ANT PWR FM
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Power Button
Press to turn Radio
on and off.
Left and Right Buttons
Press to search for
channels by category.
Menu Button
Press to access advanced
features and configuration
options; in configuration
options, press and hold
to return to main display
screen.
Select Button
Press to confirm
selection of highlighted
items in a menu or list,
and of settings.
FM Button
Press to access and cycle
through FM presets.
Jump Button
Press to directly access
traffic and weather for the
city of your choice; or press
it to go back to the previous
channel to which you were
listening.
Direct Button
Press first before
entering the channel
number, to directly
tune to a channel.
Number Buttons
Press to tune to
a stored favourite
channel, press and
hold to store a
favourite channel;
also enter a channel
number.
Rotary Knob
Rotate to preview and tune
to channels through the
channel lineup; also scroll
through lists and highlight
menu options.
Pause and Replay Buttons
Pause, rewind, and replay
up to 30 minutes of live
radio.

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Wire Guide
The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a wire guide at the top rear that can help
you to organize the cables and wires connected to the dock. If you need to bring
a cable or wire from one side of the dock to the other, utilize the wire guide by
looping the cable though the wire guide as shown.
Wire Guide
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WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install Edge while driving. Park your vehicle in a
safe location before beginning installation.
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio
When installing Edge in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block
your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag. The location
should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and should
not be located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of
the display screen.
Several examples of Edge mounted in a vehicle are shown: A is the on dash
method using the Dash Mount, and B is the vent clip method using the Vent
Mount.
A.
A.
Option 1Option 2
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B.
A.
B.
Option 3
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Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount
Depending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or
the Vent Mount.
IMPORTANT! When you install the chosen mount, do not attach the dock to the
mount. All cables should be attached to the dock prior to connecting the dock to
the mount.
Installing the Dash Mount:
CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be
difficult to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces
(contact your vehicle dealer if you are unsure about your dash
surface), and make sure the air temperature is at least 15ºC
(60ºF) during installation. If it’s not at least 15ºC (60ºF), turn on
the heater in your vehicle to bring the temperature up to 15ºC (60ºF).
1 Locate a flat surface for the Dash Mount. Make sure there is ample room
for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Edge Radio when installed.
2 Set the orientation of the Dash Mount before adhering it. Loosen the
knob and adjust the adhesive foot for the location you selected in “Step 1:
Choose a Location for Your Radio” on page 14:
• Option 1 & Option 3
should be oriented
as I.
• Option 2 should be
oriented as II.
3 The dock mounting plate can be tilted in different directions. Adjust as
necessary for your particular vehicle. When the orientation is correct,
tighten the knob.
4 Clean the surface with the alcohol
preparation pad and let it dry
thoroughly.
5 Peel off the adhesive liner. Position,
press, and hold the Dash Mount in
place for 30 seconds.
IMPORTANT! Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to cure (dry) for a minimum of 2-4
hours before using the mount. The best adhesion occurs after 24 hours.
TIP! To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with your fingers or a spoon.
Warming the pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the
adhesive.
Knob Adhesive Foot Dock Mounting Plate
II
I
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Installing the Vent Mount:
1 Locate a vent with horizontal
louvers sturdy enough to hold your
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Radio.
2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle are
recessed, you may need to use the
longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount.
If so, remove the shorter vent clamps
and install the longer ones into the Vent
Mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent clamps
as shown.
3 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it hooks on
the rear of the vent louver (2).
4 Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the
Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3).
To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent. Then lift up until
disengaged from the rear of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount.
PUSH
Dash
Vent
Louver
Foot
Vent Vent
Dash Dash
HOOKED
TILT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
1 2 3
Slide Short Vent Clamps Out
Remove End Cap
Slide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End Cap
Extended Vent Clamps
Short Vent
Clamps
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Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna
Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna on the outside of your vehicle, on a
horizontal surface that will always face the sky. The antenna contains a strong
magnet which will stick to any metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage
the vehicle.
To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna:
1 Choose the best location for your antenna considering
your vehicle type. Pay particular attention to any
accessories that you may have like luggage racks and
how frequently you may use them.
Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna just above either
the front windshield or the back window as shown.
SUV: We recommend mounting the antenna at the rear of the roof
as shown.
Convertible: We recommend mounting the antenna at the leading edge
of the trunk as shown.
Pickup Truck: We recommend
mounting the antenna just above the
front windshield as shown.
IMPORTANT! Consult a professional installer if
your vehicle roof or hood is non-metallic (i.e.,
fiberglass), or you have difficulty finding a
location for your antenna.
2 Clean the surface of the selected mounting
location using the alcohol preparation pad
and let it dry thoroughly.
Magnet
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TIP! Mount the antenna on the
roof (for most vehicles) or trunk
(for convertibles) where it has a
clear view of the sky in all
directions.
4 Place the antenna in the location you selected. Follow the Tips and
Cautions shown on the next several pages.
3 If you are installing the antenna at the roof edge, or hood edge, install the
Cable Routing Adapter to direct the antenna cable downward.
Place the antenna wire
into the groove of the
Cable Routing Adapter
Slide the Cable Routing
Adapter down the antenna wire
and press it into the antenna
until it is flush with the bottom
of the antenna
Without Cable
Routing Adapter
Installed
With Cable
Routing Adapter
Installed
Cable Routing
Adapter orientation
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CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna inside
the vehicle, for example, on the dashboard.
CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna on any
of the vehicle’s front, back or side pillars.
CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close
to a roof rack. Adjust the rack so it’s further
away from the antenna or move the antenna
closer to the center of the roof.
CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna
close to another antenna. Mount it at
least 7.5 cm (3 in) inches away.
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Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable
Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions
for how to route and hide the antenna cable. Then route your antenna cable
according to the instructions which follow for your specific type of vehicle.
Feed cable under
rubber moulding
around window
Tuck the cable under the
moulding around the window
Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card,
a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to lift the
rubber window moulding
Route cable out from under rear windshield
moulding and tuck into weatherstripping
around trunk opening
Pull weatherstripping
from trunk opening
Tuck cable into weatherstripping.
Route cable through weatherstripping
several inches to avoid sharp bends
Pull cable out of weatherstripping
and route through trunk to cabin
Avoid sharp bends by running cable through
weatherstripping for several inches
Route cable out of window
moulding and into weather-
stripping around trunk opening
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Bring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunk
Route cable along trunk
wall and into cabin through
gap or conduit, along existing
wiring harness
Route cable along trunk
wall and into cabin
Use a blunt plastic putty
knife or similar blunt tool
to lift edge of interior
trim and tuck cable
under trim. Continue
towards front of vehicle
Route cable from trunk
under interior trim, into
cabin and towards front
of vehicle
Route cable under
trim or upholstery
Continue routing cable
under trim or carpet
towards front of vehicle
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TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to
accommodate open doors or trunk lids. Use things typically found around
the home, like electrical tape, to secure cables in areas so that hinges do not
pinch the cable with the door. Hide any excess cable in the trim.
Continue routing cable under
carpet or console to radio location
Coil excess
cable under
carpet or mat
Bring cable out
from trim
Pull carpet
or mat back
Bring cable out from trim
and route under carpet to
dashboard or console
Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Rear of the Roof:
1 Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding
around the rear window. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt
tool to lift the rubber molding around the rear window and tuck the
antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable around
and down the window to the lowest point. If your rear window does not
have rubber molding, we recommend consulting a professional installer.
2 Route the antenna cable out of the window molding and into the rubber
weather stripping around the trunk opening. Lift the weather stripping
from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather
stripping. To avoid sharp bends in the cable, run the cable inside the
weather stripping for a few inches, then remove the cable from the
weather stripping inside the trunk. Keep the cable away from hinges,
gears, etc., that could damage it.
3 Route the cable out from the rubber weather stripping and along the
trunk wall. Continue routing the cable into the vehicle cabin through a
conduit or along an existing wiring harness.
4 Route the cable through the main cabin area under the interior trim,
towards the front of the vehicle.
Use a blunt plastic putty knife
or similar blunt tool to lift the
plastic trim just enough to tuck
the cable under underneath.
Avoid side airbag locations
on back pillars and above the
doors. Airbag locations are
marked with “SRS” logos. Be
careful not to crimp or cut
the cable.
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5 Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route
it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess
cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from
any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties
(purchased separately).
6 Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location.
Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna
connector of the dock.
7 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 37.
Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Front of the Roof
1 Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding
around the windshield. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool
to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna
cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable around and down
the windshield to the lowest point.
2 At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of the
windshield molding and into the rubber weather stripping around the
door opening. Lift the weather
stripping from the opening and
tuck the cable inside it, then
replace the weather stripping.
Run the cable inside of the
weather stripping to the bottom
of the door opening.
3 Pull the cable out of the
weather stripping at the bottom
of the door opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard.
Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet,
keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess
cable with wire ties.
4 Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location.
Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna
connector of the dock.
5 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 37.
Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)
1 Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the
rear tailgate window/door and route the cable along the rear hatch. Lift
the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then
replace the weather stripping. Pull the cable out from weather stripping
and route it into the cabin under the interior trim. Avoid hinges or gears
that could crimp or cut the cable.
2 Route the cable through the
SUV’s main cabin area under
the interior trim, towards the
front of the vehicle. Use a blunt
plastic putty knife or similar
blunt tool to lift the plastic trim
just enough to tuck the cable
under underneath. Avoid side
airbag locations on back pillars
and above the doors. Airbag
locations are marked with “SRS”
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logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
3 Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route
it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess
cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from
any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties
(purchased separately).
4 Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location.
Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna
connector of the dock.
5 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 37.
Convertible
1 Bring the antenna cable from the antenna into the trunk at the front edge
of the trunk lid. Keep any bends in the cable loose. Tape or tie the cable
along the inside of the trunk lid to the trunk lid hinge strut.
2 Allow enough slack in the cable so the trunk lid can easily open and close
and keep the cable away from hinges, gears, etc., that could crimp or cut
it. Route the cable along the trunk wall
and into the cabin through a conduit or
along an existing wiring harness.
3 Route the cable through the main
cabin area under the interior trim,
towards the front of the vehicle. Use
a blunt plastic putty knife or similar
blunt tool to lift the plastic trim
just enough to tuck the cable under
underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the
doors. Airbag locations are marked with “SRS” logos. Be careful not to
crimp or cut the cable.
4 Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route
it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess
cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from
any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties
(purchased separately).
5 Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location.
Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna
connector of the dock.
6 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 37.
Pickup Truck
1 Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber
molding around the windshield and tuck
the antenna cable underneath it.
2 Continue tucking the cable underneath the
windshield molding around the windshield
to the lowest corner.
3 At the lowest corner of the windshield,
route the cable out of the windshield
molding and into the rubber weather
stripping around the door opening. Lift
the weather stripping from the opening
and tuck the cable inside it, then replace
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the weather stripping. Run the cable inside of the weather stripping to the
bottom of the door opening.
4 Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door
opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any
excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it
away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with
wire ties.
5 Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location.
Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna
connector of the dock.
6 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 37.
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Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter
1 Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the
silver ANT connector on the PowerConnect
Vehicle Dock.
2 Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter into
your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power
adapter socket.
3 Plug the PowerConnect Power Adapter into
the red PWR connector on the dock.
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Step 6: Connect the Audio
To play XM audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the
following audio connection options:
• Option 1: Best: Use the provided Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo
system has an auxiliary input connection or jack. Refer to your vehicle’s
owners manual to find the location of the auxiliary input jack, or consult the
vehicle dealer.
TIP! The auxiliary input jack may be located on the face plate of the vehicle
radio, on the back of the radio, anywhere on the front dash panel, inside the
glove compartment, or inside the center console in between the front seats.
• Option 2: Better: Use a Cassette Adapter if your vehicle has a built-
in cassette player. Cassette Adapters are sold separately and can be
purchased from an electronics retailer, or go to xmradio.ca.
• Option 3: Good: Use the PowerConnect feature of Edge. PowerConnect
plays the audio through your vehicle’s FM radio.
• Option 4: Best: Use the FM Direct Adapter. If none of the previous three
audio connection options will work in your vehicle, then you will need to
use the FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) (sold separately). The FMDA needs to
be installed by a professional installer and directly connects Edge to your
vehicle’s FM radio. To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought
your Radio, or go to www.xmradio.ca.
Follow the installation instructions in the next several sections for the audio
connection option that you have selected.
Vehicle Installation
Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions
1 Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector on
the dock.
2 Plug the other end into the
auxiliary input jack of your
vehicle’s stereo system.
3 Attach the dock to the mount.
4 Insert your Edge into the dock.
5 Power on your Edge by
pressing the Power button.
6 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the
sky. Verify that you are receiving the XM signal.
There should at least be one bar on the upper left
corner of the main display screen that denotes
antenna signal strength. You can also press
menu and then turn the Rotary Knob to scroll to
and highlight Signal Indicator. Press the Select
button. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the
strength of the signal being received. If the signal
AUDIOANT PWR FM